Jul 21, 2026BoardMeeting
BoardPort Commission of the Port of Houston Authority Regular Meeting
The Port Commission met to advance projects along the Houston Ship Channel and initiatives supporting infrastructure, operations, and public terminal growth. Key actions included approving a navigation feasibility study cost-share agreement, awarding a construction contract for the reconstruction of Wharves 5 and 6 at Barbours Cut Terminal, authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding for emergency dredging, and approving engineering and environmental planning contracts for Bayport projects. Additionally, the Commission approved tariff amendments regarding payment procedures and storage rates, and received updates on cargo activity and the commissioning of new ship-to-shore cranes.